Bollywood's Behind-the-Scenes Workers Face Crisis Amid OTT Boom
OTT boom, long hours hurt Bollywood's behind-the-scenes workers
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The rise of OTT platforms has significantly impacted Bollywood's behind-the-scenes workers, leading to long hours, delayed payments, and exploitation. BN Tiwari, President of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees, warns that if conditions do not improve, the industry may face severe consequences.
- 01Workers such as spot boys, light men, and art directors are facing severe exploitation, often working 20-hour shifts without proper compensation.
- 02Many workers are not receiving even the basic eight-hour wage due to the high demand for output in the industry.
- 03Payment delays are common in OTT projects, with some payments taking months and producers becoming untraceable.
- 04Tiwari emphasizes that workers are forced to accept lower wages due to financial pressures and the need to support their families.
- 05He warns that if the situation continues, the film industry could face a shutdown, leading to widespread unrest among workers.
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The condition of behind-the-scenes workers in Bollywood is deteriorating, as highlighted by BN Tiwari, President of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees. The surge of OTT platforms and a shift towards vertical films have led to a demand for increased output, often at the cost of quality and fair working conditions. Workers, including spot boys, light men, and art directors, are reportedly forced to work up to 20 hours a day without receiving even their basic eight-hour wage. Tiwari noted that many are struggling with delayed payments, particularly in the OTT sector, where payments can take months and producers become difficult to trace. This exploitation is exacerbated by the financial pressures workers face, compelling them to accept lower wages to support their families. Tiwari warns that if these issues are not addressed, the Bollywood film industry could face a shutdown, with workers potentially taking to the streets in protest. The federation is actively working to understand and address these challenges, seeking justice for the affected workers.
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The exploitation of behind-the-scenes workers could lead to a significant crisis in the Bollywood industry, affecting livelihoods and potentially causing unrest.
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